"Do you vouch for the officer at the main gate? I had to tell him in order to be passed. I know him but slightly."
"The Sub-Lieutenant Drehon."
"He is safe?"
"Beyond doubt. Meanwhile, you require——"
"Everything," said Marteau simply.
"The King's paymasters are a long time in coming. We are left to make shift as best we can. But I am not yet penniless," returned the old Major. He threw a purse on the table. "You will be my guest. With these you can get proper clothes and uniform."
"And the boy?"
"I will turn him over to the men. They will be glad to welcome him. He should have the Legion of Honor for rescuing the Eagle. But stop."
"What is it?"
"He won't talk?"